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University of Oklahoma baseball coach Skip Johnson, left, president Joseph Harroz Jr., and athletic director Roger Denny smile as they sit on stage as Oklahoma Sooners celebrate their NCAA baseball College World Series championship in a ceremony at Kimrey Family Stadium.

'We’re Going to Zag a Little Bit': How Oklahoma Plans to Thrive Under AD Roger Denny

Ryan Chapman

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Aug 22, 2026

Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman Jake Maikkula (69) readies to snap the ball against the Temple Owls in the second half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Oklahoma’s Brent Venables Thinks Jake Maikkula Injury ‘Short Term’, Backups Versatile

Brady Trantham

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Aug 22, 2026

Oklahoma wide receiver Isaiah Sategna, running back Xavier Robinson, quarterback John Mateer

Oklahoma AD Roger Denny Not in a Hurry to Add Advertising Patches to OU Uniforms

Ryan Aber

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Aug 21, 2026

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer prepares to take a snap next to Lloyd Avant during practice.

Why Oklahoma Quarterback John Mateer Says Offense is 'In a Great Spot'

Carson Field

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Aug 21, 2026

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Head coach Brent Venables walks on the field during an Oklahoma (OU) football practice in Norman, Okla., on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Brent Venables 'Thankful, Grateful' for Oklahoma's Commitment in Contract Extension

Brady Trantham

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Aug 21, 2026

College Football’s No. 2 Overall Prospect Kellan Hall Announces Top 12 Programs

James Parks

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Aug 21, 2026

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables earned a new contract extension with the Sooners.

Brent Venables Misses Top 10 Highest-Paid Coaches List Despite $63 Million Extension

Matt De Lima

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Aug 21, 2026

Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning could be the No. 1 pick in the draft if he declares after this season.

SI’s 2027 NFL Mock Draft 1.0 Includes Six QBs in the First Round

Gilberto Manzano

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Aug 21, 2026

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer rolls out in the Sooners' victory over Michigan.

Will Oklahoma Continue to Play Marquee Non-Conference Games in the Future?

Ryan Chapman

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Aug 20, 2026

Renderings for Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium released in November. Oklahoma athletic director Roger Denny said Thursday that the project would move forward, but would be altered after fan feedback.

'The Palace Project' Moving Forward, Though Details Will Change, Oklahoma AD Roger Denny Says

Ryan Aber

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Aug 20, 2026

Oklahoma Director of Athletics Roger Denny speaks during a ceremony at the Gaylord Family –– Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.

Oklahoma AD Roger Denny Explains Decision to Extend Brent Venables

Ryan Chapman

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Aug 20, 2026

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables agreed to a contract extension, it was announced Thursday. The new deal takes Venables through the 2031 season.

Oklahoma's Brent Venables Agrees to Contract Extension

Ryan Aber

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Aug 20, 2026

Oklahoma offensive line coach Bill Bedenbaugh is pictured during the Oklahoma's Spring Game at Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday April 18, 2026. Bedenbaugh and the Sooners have emphasized recruiting versatile offensive linemen in recent years.

Jake Maikkula's Injury Puts Oklahoma's Emphasis on Versatility on the OL Into Spotlight

Ryan Aber

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Aug 20, 2026

Oklahoma cornerback Courtland Guillory works through a drill at one of the Sooners' spring practices.

Courtland Guillory Believes Oklahoma's Offense Will 'Do Some Damage' This Season

Brady Trantham

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Aug 20, 2026

Oklahoma running backs coach Deland McCullough gives instruction to Lloyd Avant during practice.

Why Playing for Deland McCullough is an ‘Absolute Privilege’ for Oklahoma’s RBs

Carson Field

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Aug 20, 2026

Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith could extend the Buckeyes’ remarkable streak of having a WR drafted in the first round.

Pat Forde: The 25 Most Intriguing College Football Non-QB Players for 2026

Pat Forde

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Aug 20, 2026

You can expect Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith to be the first nonquarterback drafted in 2027.

SI’s Top 50 NFL Draft Prospects Heading Into the 2026 College Football Season

Gilberto Manzano

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Aug 20, 2026

Oklahoma running back Jonathan Hatton Jr. rushes during practice.

Will Jonathan Hatton Jr.'s Power and Speed Translate to Star Potential at Oklahoma?

Brady Trantham

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Aug 19, 2026

Oklahoma kicker Tate Sandell prepares for a kick against LSU.

Oklahoma Well Represented on Preseason Coaches All-SEC Teams

Carson Field

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Aug 19, 2026

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